Marcus Mumford: 'Which living person do I most admire? Sickeningly, it's probably my wife'

Marcus Mumford, the frontman of Mumford & Sons, has spoken about his admiration for his wife in a recent interview. In a conversation with The Guardian, Mumford, 39, revealed that his wife is the person he most admires in life.

The musician, who was born in California, formed the band Mumford & Sons in 2007. Two years later, they released their Brit award-winning debut Sigh No More, which included the song Little Lion Man. In 2013, Babel won album of the year at the Grammys, and in 2025 the band had their third No 1 album, Rushmere. Their latest release is Prizefighter and on 4 July they play BST.

Mumford's admiration for his wife is not the only thing that has been making headlines recently. The musician has also been open about his experiences with farming and the fallout from contact sports as a kid. He has also spoken about the four-letter word that's banned at home.

The interview with The Guardian provides a unique insight into the life of Marcus Mumford and his family. It's a must-read for fans of the musician and anyone interested in learning more about his personal life.

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